Wands and potions and Harry Potter- oh my! Wizardfest is a magical party for Wizards, Muggles, and of course, Squibs, and it’s coming to cities all across the U.S.

Wizardfest started in 2016 and sold out last year in New York, Chicago, and Dallas. Founder John Damiano explains “Wizardfest started as an idea in 2016 where we thought about transforming venues into castles with decorations, light shows, themed cocktails and incorporating all things magic into a dance party… There is something for everyone… whether you like to dance, you’re into magic, or you just love Harry Potter” (quote via Reybee, Inc.)

This year, Harry Potter fans can experience the magic in over thirty cities nationwide. Kicking off in Madison, WI on Wednesday, September 19th and ending November 9th in Columbus, OH, Wizardfest is one of the most exciting and anticipated Halloween celebrations this fall.

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At Wizardfest, you can pretend you’re at the Yule Ball and dance the night away. Show off your Ravenclaw aptitude and play Harry Potter Trivia (rest assured, there will be an anti-cheating spell). Bring out your competitive Gryffindor with a game of Quidditch pong. Yes- QUIDDITCH PONG. Seek out your best partner, beat other teams, and chase some cash rewards and prizes in the tournament!

Take a visit to the bar for a Three Broomsticks-like experience with Firewhiskey or the beloved Butterbeer. You can also get a Polyjuice Potion, but use wisely! And don’t get caught stealing the ingredients from Professor Snape’s cupboard! They’ll also have Unicorn Blood available, but remember, you’ll live “a half-life, a cursed life” if you drink it. Just lookout for a guy named Quirrell!

Don’t forget- Hogwarts has a dress code! Wizardfest will have a costume contest! Slytherin to your best Harry Potter cosplay and you could win a prize.

Make like a Hufflepuff this fall and find your way to Wizardfest when it comes to a city near you! Whether you apparate, use Floo Powder, take the Knight Bus, or fly your car- follow the Marauder’s Map to Wizardfest!